Ricky is amazing. The triumverate of Carmichel, Reed and Smith is a LOT of fun to watch when they are all hot! We're pretty much Reed fans here, but it's not because we don't like the others. Some of it has to do with the fact that the kids have all met Chad and the 5yo girl REEEEEEALLY loves him. :-)
Both Reed and Smith got their bodies bent up a little in earlier races and that allowed Ricky to gain such a lead.
Reed also rides a Yamaha and you have few of those don't you. ;)